Union aims to embarrass Inter Miami's…

The Philadelphia Union will face Inter Miami at Subaru Park, where the Herons' defense has been pivotal in their recent losses. The match will be on October 19 at 6:30 p.m. CDT, following a 6-4 defeat in Florida in July. Inter Miami's strategy, prioritizing attack over defense, has been criticized after their 4-1 loss to Nashville.

Inter Miami's defensive crisis

Inter Miami, which has lost three consecutive matches, has conceded 14 goals since the World Cup break, equal to its goals scored. Its defense, prioritizing attack over defense, was questioned after its 4-1 loss to Nashville last Saturday. Interim coach Guillerko Hoyos admitted the team is working to improve its defense but downplayed its importance.

Philadelphia's form and injuries

The Philadelphia Union, 13th in the Eastern Conference, has won its last four league matches, outscoring opponents 10-5. However, Inter Miami will face multiple absences: Allende, Silvetti, dos Santos Silva, Berterame, and De Paul will not play. Hoyos could line up St. Clair, Reguilón, Allen, Luján, Falcón, Fray, Segovia, Casemiro, Bright, Pintér, Suárez, and Messi.

Context of the match

The match will be the first between both teams since July, when Inter Miami won 6-4 in Florida. Hoyos hopes to recover confidence with a win, while Philadelphia aims to exploit the vulnerability of the Herons. Inter Miami's defense, key in its losses, will be the focus of the game.